Almost 5 years ago, Estelle & Magan met at a wedding — where M was the photographer and E was a bridesmaid for her best friend's big day. We talked about books for under five minutes, and a friendship was born.

Since then, we’ve shared our love of books, Zac Efron, and shopping on this blog, changed jobs, had babies, moved, visited DC and Disney World together, and constantly stayed connected -- despite the miles between us. RBR has been the our own version of a coffee date, our way to mark the time before we can hang out and gab in person again. Thanks for spending time with us. xoxo

Hannah @ So Obsessed With-I didn’t realize this one was about a relationship between a teacher and a student, but that’s probably because I haven’t really read anything about it aside from noticing the cover popping up around the blogosphere. I’m a little turned off by the premise, but you’ve managed to make me interested in it with your review. Definitely one I’d consider picking up if I saw it at the library!

September 20, 2013 - 1:12 am

Katy-I’ve been wondering about this one! I have a (weird?) interest in fictional teacher/student stories. There isn’t usually much hope for a positive ending, but they are interesting. I like that he doesn’t know she’s that young and, it isn’t about him preying on her. “Being book smart does not necessary mean being street smart” is so true! Their relationship sounds really fascinating and I really want to try this one sometime!

September 18, 2013 - 3:07 am

Alexa Y.-This book sounds great! I love that it really tackles the whole student-teacher relationship dynamic, right alongside the incredible age gap. It should be interesting, if slightly worrying, to read this story. But I do believe that romances can form between people you least expect. My only problem? The dishonesty. I’ll definitely be checking this out!

September 10, 2013 - 11:23 pm

Liz (Along for the Read)-Ooh this sounds really interesting. I don’t know if it would have stood out if I had come across it any other way, but your reviews are always so enticing! I am definitely adding this straight to the top of my TBR, I need something different to spice things up.

September 9, 2013 - 2:03 pm

Maggie @ Just a Couple More Pages-I was really surprised at how much I liked this one, I had a really difficult time motivating myself to pick it up, but I was glad I finally did. I’m on board with pretty much everything you said and the book definitely raises a lot of though-provoking questions.

September 8, 2013 - 9:13 pm

Joli @ Actin' Up with Books-I always enjoy reading your reviews. When I first learned of this book, I wanted to read it. It isn’t one that I have to read asap, but will get to eventually. I appreciate your honest review and am glad to know that it is worth it.

September 8, 2013 - 8:16 pm

Jess-Hmmm, this isn’t a book I’m familiar with but I’m willing to give the premise a change. I also like the character names.

September 8, 2013 - 5:25 pm

Jen-I had some problems with the romance and whether it was real or not, but I agree, Madelyn’s book smart was definitely not equivalent to her level of maturity. And yes, this book certainly was engaging for that matter. It looks like we share pretty much the same opinions for this book! Brilliant review, Estelle!

September 8, 2013 - 2:41 pm

Hazel @ Stay Bookish-I have yet to read this but I’m happy to hear you liked this, Estelle! I enjoyed Miranda Kenneally’s Stealing Parker and aside from the student-teacher thing, it seems like the two books have more in common, specifically the main character’s immaturity. I agree with you though- the things people do aren’t always so black and white. Wonderful review!

September 8, 2013 - 2:34 pm

molly @ wrapped up in books-I have this one but haven’t gotten to it, but your review definitely makes me intrigued. I really loved JH Trumble’s What We Know, and also felt that the it took an icky subject matter and didn’t ignore the consequences/problems with a student-teacher relationship, but also portrayed it in a way that made it incredibly compelling. When I’m looking for a short, quick read I’ll pick this up!

September 8, 2013 - 1:08 pm

Melissa @ Writer Grrl Reads -I’m glad you ended up liking this one, Estelle! I just couldn’t get past my own personal ick factor, but I do agree that it’s a quick, easy read.

September 8, 2013 - 10:19 am

Bookworm1858-I ended up really liking this book too-I wasn’t sure due to the subject matter but found that it handled the topic sensitively.